Planning

AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer

NHS ENGLAND

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Planning

16 Jan 2026 at 12:41

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England, a central government authority based in London, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer". This initiative falls under the medical equipment and services industry, focusing on diagnostic devices and medical imaging services. A preliminary market consultation is scheduled, with a key engagement milestone due on the 29th of January 2026. The purpose of this consultation is to shape the NHS's commercial strategy. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest by responding to a request for information accessible via the Atamis e-sourcing portal. The procurement process is above the threshold, and while the financial aspects are currently nominal, the official contract period is planned from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028.

This procurement process presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical diagnostic and imaging technology. SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that focus on AI and MRI applications for healthcare diagnostics are particularly well-positioned to participate. Engaging in this process not only offers the potential for growth within the UK healthcare market but also allows businesses to play a pivotal role in the advancement of medical technologies, contributing to improved diagnostic capabilities within the NHS. Companies in these fields should consider engaging with the preliminary market consultation to influence future procurement specifications and strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer

Notice Description

Preliminary market consultation to inform the NHS commercial strategy for AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer. Please note all stated financial values in relation to this notice are nominal, as the financial envelope is yet to be defined. Projected contracting dates in the notice, similarly do not reflect any plans as these are yet to be defined. To express interest, review and respond to the request for information questionnaire please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal using the following link. https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome. Select live opportunities, navigate to the project titled: "AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer" and follow the instructions to download, complete and upload your response to the questionnaire.

Planning Information

Preliminary Market Consultation regarding AI used with MRI for the diagnosis of prostate cancer

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06079a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003868-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

48 - Software package and information systems

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

33110000 - Imaging equipment for medical, dental and veterinary use

33124100 - Diagnostic devices

33124130 - Diagnostic supplies

33190000 - Miscellaneous medical devices and products

48180000 - Medical software package

85150000 - Medical imaging services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2027 - 30 Jun 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Lisa Marshall
Contact Email
england.commercial.np.healthtech@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

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